Darren Bagnall from Manage Your Block, provides an insight into major works and the process involved. An element of living in a block of flats involves being involved with and often living with major works. Collection of fees, in accordance with the properties Lease are essential for upholding the quality of the building, its amenities,…

Darren Bagnall from Manage Your Block provides an insight into freehold. In the world of property ownership, two commonly mentioned terms are Freehold and Leasehold. While Leasehold is a concept familiar to many, it is equally important to grasp the concept of Freehold ownership. In this guide, we will delve into all things freehold, covering…

Darren Bagnall from Manage Your Block, looks at how the role of technology has improved service. Property Managers, Residents Management Companies, Right to Manage Companies and Resident Associations have one thing in common. Direct contact with leaseholders who expect a high level of service. With service charges running high, great service could mean the difference…

Darren Bagnall of Manage Your Block, looks at the challenges with residential block management. Managing a residential block brings with it a unique set of challenges. One that is sometimes underestimated is the importance of great communication- with residents, contractors, landlords and managing agents alike. Effective communication doesn’t always come naturally to Directors, who may…

Darren Bagnall from Manage Your Block discusses how, as a sole Director, it is possible to manage a block of flats. Managing a block of flats can be a complicated and busy occupation. The health and safety, maintenance, and bookkeeping aspects can be daunting and they’re rife with pitfalls. That’s why, in most cases, Residents’…

Darren Bagnall from Manage Your Block looks at the importance of planning annual maintenance tasks for your block. Well planned and executed maintenance is the bedrock of property management. It leads to greater control over service charges, reduced likelihood of serious maintenance issues arising and a greater sense of value for your leaseholders. Obviously, the…

Darren Bagnall of Manage Your Block looks at how Manage Your Block software can help support communal maintenance. Managing a building’s communal areas, lifts, gates and lighting can become very complicated if you’re not using the right tools to support you. Compliance is an absolute must, but no one would be able to handle all…

Darren Bagnall of Manage Your Block explains how to effectively manage your service charge arrears. Effective service charge collection is crucial to the running of a block. Arrears are quickly felt by property managers and residents alike; through reduced levels of maintenance and a scale back on larger projects. This leads to disgruntled leaseholders, stressed…

Darren Bagnall of Manage Your Block provides some insight into making sure your documentation is ready for the New Year. One of the major perks of utilising Manage Your Block’s software is being able to organise and safely store your documentation. This includes leases, policies, procedures, inspection reports, insurance policies, works orders, receipts, invoices, service…

Darren Bagnall of Manage Your Block looks at the importance of ensuring your documents are stored correctly. Picture the scene: You’re the Director of an RMC and today is not a good day. The building’s been flooded which has caused water damage to multiple flats, issues with access for the whole building and no one…

Darren Bagnall of Manage Your Block looks at the issues that need to be reported to an RMC Director.

Rich Smeeton from Manage Your Block focuses on using the Alerts Function in the MYB software.